Which of the Following Organisms was Most Likely the Most

Question

Which of the following organisms was most likely the most recent common ancestor of all animals?
A) unicellular chytrid
B) multicellular algae
C) multicellular fungus
D) flagellated protist

Accepted Answer

The most recent common ancestor of all animals is thought to be a flagellated protist. This is because animals are more closely related to certain protist groups that also have flagellated cells, suggesting a common ancestor with similar characteristics.